2010-2011 Professional Learning with the Institute for Excellence in Urban Education

Your best source for improving student engagement, building relationships with kids and families, and developing powerful teaching!

Judy Willis Presents... Increase Student Engagement, Motivation, and Memory using RAD Neuro-logical Strategies Most of the brain (over 85%) responds to input at the involuntary, automatic level where the responses are often reactive (fight, flight, or freeze). This presentation will explore the following questions: How does the brain turn sensory input into memory and usable knowledge using curiosity, engagement, and alert, sustained focus? How can we use brain-research developments for classroom strategies that focus student attention to the input they need to learn? How can you propel input through the brain’s filters to reach the reflective (conscious, cognitive) brain?  You will learn neuro-logical strategies reverse negativity or sustain a positive attitude by increasing motivation, participation, confidence, and memory. There will be small group opportunities to discuss application of strategies to your needs, especially regarding strategies that work with the brain processing systems to enhance student engagement, responsiveness, and participation, while decreasing behavioral “problems” as students build confidence and resilience to persevere through challenges. PRICING AS FOLLOWS: $80 (Individual); $70 (Group); $60 (student) Please make checks payable to SCYFC. 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. September 24, 2010

Michael Klentschy Presents… Scaffolding Science Inquiry Through Lesson Design Curiosity leads to engagement and science fosters a natural curiosity about our world. Guided science inquiry encourages student curiosity and gives teachers the opportunity to address science content standards. Klentschy examines how guided inquiry and lessons designed around classroom discussion and science notebooks cultivate student engagement; helping them make meaning and develop deep science conceptual and procedural understanding from classroom science experiences. PRICING AS FOLLOWS: $80 (Individual); $70 (Group); $60 (student) Please make checks payable to SCYFC. 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. November 17, 2010

Institute for Excellence in Urban Education Professional Learning Modules

Prices for all of the following training modules are $45 (individuals), $40 (groups) and $35 (students).

NEW EVENT!
Teacher Leadership: Putting the Pieces Together

Are you wondering what it takes to be an effective teacher leader in your school? Effective school leadership requires harnessing the best in your self with the expertise and enthusiasm of others in your learning environment. This session outlines the critical skills that all teacher leaders need. It starts with the roles teacher leaders assume in buildings and continues by detailing how to develop leadership skills through respectful relationships, careful planning, focused communication, and skillful facilitation. Participating in this professional learning will provide the opportunity to practice and hone the skills you need to be an effective leader in your school.

Institute for Excellence in Urban Education Staff
8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. September 14, 2010

Constructing Successful Classrooms: Bringing the Brain to School

A mathematical formula for creating the optimal conditions for a brain-based classroom is 5x7=B²C. In brain-based classrooms, teachers pay attention to 5 major elements: each with 7 components. This module details those 5 major elements and their respective components in a brain friendly way. Participants discover ways to prepare the learner and the learning environment, discuss brain based instructional techniques and strategies, learn ways to improve student memory and retention, and how to hook the students into the learning.

Institute for Excellence in Urban Education Staff
8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. October 12, 2010

Constructing Successful Classrooms: Just a little R-E-S-P-E-C-T in the Classroom

This module delves into the idea of building respectful, well-managed classroom communities. It is our theory that highly effective teachers create classroom communities based on respect and learning. This session discusses the importance of creating a sense of belonging, of building strong relationships, and of the language teachers use in the classroom. This session delves into the impact these have on the learner and the learning environment and ultimately student achievement.

Institute for Excellence in Urban Education Staff
8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. November 2, 2010

NEW EVENT!
Constructing Successful Classrooms: "Tackling" Student Engagement

Are your students so curious or engaged in the learning that they’re surprised when asked to put away their materials? If our students are not engaged in the learning, learning is minimal at best. This module tackles student engagement in a way that deepens your understanding of behavioral, cognitive, and emotional engagement, and the levels of student engagement in the classrooms. It looks at the qualities of an engaging lesson and outlines practical strategies to boost student engagement.

Institute for Excellence in Urban Education Staff
8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. January 11, 2011

For more information on these upcoming events please call 214-915-4768 or email jross@salesmanshipclub.org.